Mining Scripture

Religion & Spirituality

About

Mining Scripture is a verse-by-verse Bible study podcast designed for Christians who want to move beyond surface-level tradition and uncover the timeless truths of God’s Word. In a world of human tradition and "cheap grace," this podcast invites you to test every doctrine against the absolute authority of the Bible. We clear up common misunderstandings to help you experience the freedom and power of the true Gospel. Each episode is built on in-depth biblical research, offering a thoughtful, discussion-style format that combines solid theology with practical Christian living. We tackle the "hard questions" and foundational doctrines that define our walk with God, including: Righteousness by Faith: Understanding how real faith leads to action. The New Covenant: Moving from legalism to the power of the Spirit. Biblical Prophecy: A careful look at the Rapture and the end times. The Nature of Man: Examining the immortal soul and the state of the dead. Controversial Doctrines: Exploring Once Saved Always Saved (OSAS), Predestination, and eternal security. Practical Faith: How transformation actually happens in your daily life. Why Listen to Mining Scripture? Whether you are a new believer or a longtime student of the Word, you will find thorough studies that separate biblical truth from human tradition. Because our studies are exhaustive, new episodes drop periodically to ensure you get the full "meat" of the Word, not just "milk." Subscribe now and start mining the riches of Scripture—one verse, one truth at a time.

Episodes

  • Why did Jesus have to Die and Resurrect?

    This episode of Mining Scripture explores the theological reasons for Jesus' death and resurrection, including God's nature, the consequence of sin, and the role of the Kinsman Redeemer. It examines the Incarnation, the Resurrection as leg…

  • Were 2400+ Years Of History Predicted?

    This episode of Mining Scripture explores the prophetic visions in Daniel 2 and 7, interpreting them as a chronological blueprint of world history. It identifies the papacy as the "little horn" power, detailing its rise, 1,260-year reign,…

  • Does the Bible support evolution?

    This Mining Scripture episode analyzes biblical texts to question the assumption of a literal six-day creation, exploring how evolutionary theory might influence interpretations of sin, death, and Christ's atonement.

  • Forgiveness

    This episode of Mining Scripture provides a verse-by-verse examination of biblical forgiveness, questioning if current interpretations align with scripture and exploring its implications for fellowship with God.

  • How Can I Know God's Will For Me?

    This episode of Mining Scripture questions the common belief that God's will for one's life is a secret to be found, exploring instead the biblical emphasis on spiritual alignment, daily obedience, and guidance through Scripture, prayer, a…

  • Righteousness By Faith - Written Study - Part 7 - Overview & Errors

    This episode of Mining Scripture explores the doctrine of salvation by faith and works, examining biblical texts from Genesis to Paul to determine if human effort is truly required for salvation or if it is a gift of grace.

  • Righteousness By Faith - Written Study - Part 6 -In The Last Days

    This episode of Mining Scripture examines the Bible concerning worship, the seal of God, and the mark of the beast, focusing on deception and loyalty in the last days. It highlights the Sabbath as a sign of loyalty and emphasizes righteous…

  • Righteousness By Faith - Written Study - Part 5 - Sin After Conversion

    This episode of Mining Scripture explores the biblical concept of abiding in Christ, questioning the idea of unconditional eternal security. It analyzes Pauline and Johannine texts to discuss whether maintaining salvation requires active o…

  • Righteousness By Faith - Written Study - Part 4 - The Heart Of The Matter

    This episode of Mining Scripture examines the concept of righteousness by faith, exploring the transformation from a life of sin to one defined by divine righteousness through Christ's sacrifice and indwelling presence. It discusses the me…

  • Righteousness By Faith - Written Study - Part 3 - Our Practical Work

    This episode of Mining Scripture re-examines the concept of salvation, questioning the idea that it is primarily achieved through personal faith and effort. It explores the biblical perspective that salvation is initiated, sustained, and c…

  • Righteousness By Faith - Written Study - Part 2 - Faith & Works

    This episode of Mining Scripture explores the biblical connection between faith and works, analyzing the writings of Paul and James to understand 'living faith' versus intellectual agreement and what genuine salvation looks like.

  • Righteousness By Faith - Written Study - Part 1 - Salvation

    This episode of Mining Scripture questions the common belief that salvation is achieved through personal righteous works and rituals. It examines biblical passages to determine if eternal life is a gift received through faith alone, rather…

  • Who is Michael?

    This episode of Mining Scripture examines the biblical evidence for Jesus Christ and Michael the Archangel being the same divine being. It analyzes scriptural roles and titles, questioning if Michael is a created angel or a pre-incarnate t…

  • Why is the 70 Week Prophecy so Important?

    This episode of Mining Scripture examines Daniel's Seventy Weeks prophecy verse by verse, detailing its timeline from 457 B.C. to Jesus' baptism and crucifixion. It discusses the prophecy's fulfillment in Jesus' redemptive work and astrono…

  • Righteousness By Faith - Interactive Recording - Part 5 - Sin After Conversion

    This episode of Mining Scripture delves into the concept of righteousness by faith, addressing the struggle with sin after conversion by examining Romans 7-8 and the Gospel of John.

  • Righteousness By Faith - Interactive Recording - Part 6 - In The Last Days

    This episode of Mining Scripture delves into the concept of righteousness by faith as a defense against deception in the final conflict of Earth's history. It examines biblical texts, including Revelation and the writings of Paul, to expla…

  • Righteousness By Faith - Interactive Recording - Part 4 - The Heart Of The Matter

    This episode of Mining Scripture delves into the concept of Righteousness by Faith, questioning whether gradual self-improvement can lead to righteousness. It explores biblical passages to understand salvation, the crucifixion of the old s…

  • Righteousness By Faith - Interactive Recording - Part 3 - How To Be Saved

    This episode of Mining Scripture examines the biblical process of salvation, questioning how divine grace interacts with human effort, belief, and repentance. It explores what individuals contribute to their own redemption versus what God…

  • Righteousness By Faith - Interactive Recording - Part 2 - Faith And Works

    This episode of Mining Scripture explores the biblical relationship between faith and works in salvation, referencing Romans, Galatians, James, and Ephesians. It aims to clarify centuries of confusion by examining verses verse by verse to…

  • Righteousness By Faith - Interactive Recording - Part 1 - Salvation

    This episode of Mining Scripture dives into the foundational truth of righteousness by faith, questioning how salvation is achieved through divine grace rather than human effort. It examines biblical passages to clarify the concepts of jus…

  • Christ's Last Week - Triumphal Entry to Resurrection

    This episode of Mining Scripture examines the events of Christ's final week, from the Triumphal Entry to the Resurrection, by comparing the Gospel accounts. It questions traditional timelines and assumptions, encouraging listeners to compa…

  • What is the Secret about the Rapture?

    This episode of Mining Scripture investigates the concept of a secret pre-tribulation Rapture, contrasting popular beliefs with a verse-by-verse examination of biblical texts. It questions the origins and scriptural support for the idea, e…

  • Is there an Investigative Judgement?

    This Mining Scripture episode provides a verse-by-verse examination of the Investigative Judgment doctrine within Adventist Christianity. It explores its biblical roots, connecting it to the sanctuary service, Daniel, the Gospels, and Reve…

  • Is Reformed Theology Biblical (T.U.L.I.P)?

    This Mining Scripture episode examines the Five Points of Calvinism (T.U.L.I.P.) verse by verse, questioning whether this doctrine aligns with the entirety of Scripture or if later theological systems influenced its interpretation.

  • Once Saved, Always Saved. Is Eternal Security Biblical?

    This episode of Mining Scripture questions the common Christian belief in eternal security, examining biblical texts from the Gospels to Revelation to determine if salvation can be lost, and how this impacts assurance and perseverance.

  • Has the Sabbath been Altered?

    This episode of Mining Scripture investigates the biblical Sabbath, questioning its permanence and significance from creation to the New Covenant. It examines arguments about the Sabbath being for ancient Israel versus all God's people and…

  • What does the Bible say about the Trinity?

    This episode of Mining Scripture delves into the biblical presentation of the Trinity, analyzing scriptural passages from Genesis to Revelation to understand its origins and interpretations. It encourages listeners to examine the text dire…

  • What is the Difference between the Old & New Covenant?

    This episode of Mining Scripture delves into the differences between the Old and New Covenants, challenging the notion that the Old Covenant is simply done away with. It traces covenant language through Scripture to explore how God fulfill…

  • Do we have an Immortal Soul? What is the Truth about Hell?

    This episode of Mining Scripture investigates the biblical basis for the concept of an immortal soul and the nature of hell. It explores whether these popular Christian beliefs are truly taught in scripture or influenced by external philos…

  • Mark 7:19 - Did Jesus Declare All Foods Are Clean?

    This episode of Mining Scripture analyzes the interpretation of Mark 7:19 and Acts 10, questioning whether Jesus declared all foods clean. It delves into the dietary laws of Leviticus and Deuteronomy, exploring their potential relevance to…